NASA reveals three asteroids may fly by Earth today; check speed, size, distance and more

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory continues to provide detailed information on asteroid approaches. Yesterday, March 28, it predicted that three asteroids would pass very close to Earth. Today, another batch of asteroids is on its way and will pass by our planet. Tracking celestial bodies such as asteroids and comets is necessary to protect Earth from potential impact hazards that could cause significant damage. Today, three asteroids are expected to pass close by Earth. From size to speed, learn everything you need to know about these close encounters.

Asteroid 2024 FK: Details

NASA says the first asteroid is designated 2024 FK. The space rock is 94 feet wide, which is as wide as a large airplane. According to the Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS), the asteroid is moving at a speed of 69,047 kilometers per hour and will be very close to the Earth today. Asteroid 2024 FK is expected to be 1.2 million kilometers away from Earth. It belongs to the Apollo group of near-Earth asteroids.

Also read: International Astronomical Union names asteroid after Indian professor in recognition of his contribution to astronomy

Asteroid 2024 FB1: Details

The second asteroid on the list is asteroid 2024 FB1. The space rock will pass very close to Earth today. According to reports, the asteroid is moving at a speed of 47,455 kilometers per hour. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory predicts that asteroid 2024 FB1 will be 2.9 million kilometers away from Earth today.

Asteroid 2024 FB1 is reportedly 100 feet wide. However, space rocks also pose no threat to our planet. It also belongs to the Apollo group of near-Earth asteroids.

Also read: Study shows asteroid Bennu samples collected by NASA’s OSIRIS-REx contain components of life

Asteroid 2024 ED4: Details

The last asteroid expected to approach Earth today is designated 2024 ED4. The space rock is 62 feet in size and is moving rapidly at a speed of 28,102 kilometers per hour. According to reports, the asteroid will approach the Earth at a distance of 5.5 million kilometers. However, it won’t cause any harm to our planet because it’s not a “potentially hazardous” space rock.

Also read: Asteroids, Wendigos, Monsters, Vampires: Artificial Intelligence Conspiracies Flood TikTok

And one more thing! We can now use WhatsApp channels! Follow us so you don’t miss any updates from the world of technology. ‎To follow the HT Tech channel on WhatsApp, click here Join now!